Drivers cut free after A46 collision - The Evesham Observer

Drivers cut free after A46 collision

Evesham Editorial 4th Aug, 2014 Updated: 20th Oct, 2016   0

TWO drivers were left trapped in their vehicles and requiring treatment from paramedics following a collision between a van and a people carrier in Evesham.

West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to the incident near the junction of the A46 and Badsey Road shortly after 5.15am on Monday (August 4).

Two ambulances, a paramedic in a rapid response vehicle, a paramedic area support officer and two doctors attended the incident.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “On arrival crews discovered two vehicles that had suffered significant front end damage in the collision, with the drivers of both vehicles trapped inside.




“Thankfully, after working closely with the fire service, both patients were cut free from their vehicles quickly.

“The van driver, a 24-year-old man, was treated for significant pelvis and chest injuries.


“Due to the serious nature of his condition he was anaesthetised and taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.”

“The driver of the people carrier, a 31-year-old man, was fortunate to escape without serious injury in the collision.

“He was treated for minor injuries to his head and chest before also being taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital for further assessment.” he added.

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